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Do you hve to remove the internal nail?

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cole slaws
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Posted on Nov 5, 2016, 2:17 pm
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Was on anold forum where users were arguing if it is compulsory to remove the internal nail. Do you?

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The Kaiser
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Posted on Nov 5, 2016, 3:00 pm
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Quote from: cole slaws on November 05, 2016, 02:17:39 PMWas on anold forum where users were arguing if it is compulsory to remove the internal nail. Do you?


welcome back Cole, yes you have to remove it for a safety issue. preferable 1-3 years

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goldenegg
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Posted on Nov 5, 2016, 3:44 pm
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I think almost every reputable doctor recommends it and so that's what I'd follow. plus some patients have lasting irritation from screws that I think won't go away until you remove everything

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